Senior Technical Field Manager

We are seeking a suitable candidate to join NPA’s dynamic Mine Action and Disarmament programme in Iraq and in particular its central region which is highly contaminated with improvised mines and other explosive devices mostly as a result of the conflict with ISIS. You will be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of the clearance and removal of these explosive items along with capacity development and further expansion of NPA operations.

The position is based in Ramadi with frequent travel within the Anbar governorate.

We offer:

• The ability to make changes for the improvement of the programme and its overall impact on the local communities who suffer the life changing challenges of this hostile environment.
• Comprehensive salary package including country specific allowances and insurance scheme.
• Five weeks annual holiday plus one additional week off for expat.
• NPA provides three international flights home per contract year.
• R&R cycle of seven weeks.

* Please note that we offer a two-year contract with the possibility of renewal. The salary and allowances are subject to income tax according to NPA’s Tax Policy and the working conditions, including annual leave follow the Norwegian Working Environment Act.

Requirements:

• IMAS EOD level 3+ or equivalent military qualification, with at least 5 years of in role managerial experience.
• Proven ability to develop and manage multiple teams in survey of improvised mines, cluster munitions, and other ERW, including motivating and leading a team.
• Good knowledge of IMAS and the land release principles in a Humanitarian Mine Action programme.
• Experience in IEDD/Improvised Mine Clearance is desirable.
• Experience in High Risk Search is desirable.
• Good leadership and communication skills are required along with the ability to motivate staff in a calm and professional manner with limited supervision.

What you will do:

• On behalf of the Operations Manager, supervise and lead the Technical Field Managers and other operational staff in the area of responsibility.
• Assist in the development of the annual project operational plan ensuring the achievement of donor set targets, whilst maintaining the quality management of survey and clearance operations in accordance with SOPs and IMAS/NMAS.
• Assist in the development and update of operational SOPs and maintain operational accreditation.
• Develop capacity development plans for national operational staff, plan, oversee and conduct training for local staff in survey (NTS/TS), clearance, impact assessment.
• Provide operational reports including progress reports, NPA Monthly report, NTS and hazard reports, completion and suspension report, to both NPA’s reporting system and the National Authority through IMSMA.

Preferred starting date: As soon as possible

Instructions for applying:

Please apply by the 28th of October 2022 at the latest.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. When you apply for a job in Norwegian People’s Aid, you will be treated objectively. We focus on diversity and inclusion, and strive to minimize any potential biases throughout our recruitment processes. You will hear from us within two weeks after the application deadline.

We kindly ask you to carefully read NPA’s Code of Conduct, Safeguarding Policy, and Anti-Corruption Policy before you submit your application. If you are the selected candidate for this position, you will be asked to complete and sign a Safeguarding self-declaration as well as our Code of Conduct.

*Validity of this offer and the contract depends on satisfactory medical certificate, full vaccination, valid travel visa and necessary permits for service and residency in the country of service. The offer is also subject to donor funding.